No words. Pure emotion.
Experience GEAR, Kyoto's long-running wordless theatre performance, where music, movement, technology and breathtaking stage effects come together in an unforgettable 90-minute show.
No Japanese is required. Through spectacular performances, stunning visual effects and an emotionally powerful storey, audiences from around the world can enjoy the experience together.
Set in a broken toy factory in the future, four robot workers encounter a doll that suddenly comes to life. As they interact, they begin a touching journey of discovering emotions, connection and what it means to be human.
Now in its 15th year and having welcomed over 350,000 audience members, GEAR has become one of Kyoto's most acclaimed live entertainment experiences. Combining world-class performers with innovative stage technology, it offers a theatrical experience unlike anything else in Japan.
Inspired by Kyoto's spirit of preserving tradition while creating innovation, GEAR blends contemporary performing arts with stage techniques rooted in Kabuki theatre, seamlessly enhanced by cutting-edge lighting, projection and special effects.
Whether you are visiting Kyoto for the first time or returning again, GEAR offers an unforgettable evening that can be enjoyed by couples, families, solo travellers and theatre lovers alike.